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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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